Daily Auto News Recall Alert: Volkswagen Touareg
Daily Auto News
Volkswagen is recalling about 14,000 Touareg SUVs built between 2007 and 2009 due to a defect that could cause the Touareg’s spoiler to detach while driving, possibly striking a pedestrian or another vehicle.
In a defect notice filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, VW explains, “The fastening struts on the roof edge spoiler can crack, causing the spoiler to become loose and possibly detach from the vehicle without warning, even though the spoiler may feel secure. If this happens, the spoiler could cause injury by striking persons outside the vehicle or could become an obstacle to other drivers, possibly resulting in a crash.”
VW dealers will reinforce the spoiler attachments free of charge. Dealers will begin contacting owners this month, but those who wish to make their own repair arrangements may contact Volkswagen at (800)822-8987.
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